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Mavericks guard had interest from Knicks before re-signing in Dallas

The Dallas Mavericks had a pretty calm free agency period. They agreed to an extension with Kyrie Irving, who opted out of his player option to lower his cap hit for this coming season, signed D'Angelo Russell in a long-expected move, and agreed to re-sign Dante Exum on a minimum contract after his two seasons in Dallas.

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Former Top 5 Pick Could Help Knicks

It's been 11 years since the New York Knicks and the rest of the league saw Australian point guard Dante Exum selected with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / July 2

Dante Exum signs new contract with the Dallas Mavericks, Dinwiddie exits to Charlotte

Dante’s inferno has been relit! Coming into the offseason, one of the more pressing questions facing the Dallas Mavericks was how they were going to handle the guard spot.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Field Level Media / July 2

Report: Mavericks re-sign G Dante Exum

Free agent guard Dante Exum is signing a one-year contract to return to Dallas, ESPN reported on Wednesday, as the Mavericks are quickly adding depth to the position while nine-time All-Star Kyrie Irving recovers from a knee injury.

Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Mavs Fill Roster With Signing of Australian Star in Free Agency

Sources told ESPN that the Dallas Mavericks have re-signed point guard Dante Exum to a one-year free agent contract. According to front office insider Bobby Marks, Dallas falls just short of exceeded the dreaded second apron.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Mavericks bring back key backcourt weapon after D’Angelo Russell signing

Free agent guard Dante Exum has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Dallas Mavericks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 29-year-old reportedly considered multiple contenders before choosing to rejoin the Mavericks on Wednesday.

NBA News / Utah Jazz on SI / July 2

Mavericks Sign Former Utah Jazz Guard to 1-Year Deal

One former top-five pick for the Utah Jazz has reportedly signed a new deal with the Dallas Mavericks in the newest move of NBA free agency. According to a report from ESPN insider Shams Charania, the Mavericks and former Jazz guard Dante Exum have agreed to a one-year deal for the 2025-26 NBA season.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Mavericks to re-sign late-blooming guard

The Mavericks and Dante Exum have reached an agreement on a one-year deal that will extend the veteran guard’s stay in Dallas.

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Mavericks guard considered biggest free agency bargain

The Dallas Mavericks and the rest of the league are facing free agency, where players are expected to fly across the NBA. One of those players is expected to be Dante Exum, who played his last two seasons for the Mavs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 24

Lakers Interested In Mavs Point Guard Who Once Called Them A Great Organization

The 2024-25 NBA season is now officially in the books, and we're just days away from the start of the free agency period on June 30. The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to be active during free agency, and NBA insider Anthony Irwin reports they're interested in Dante Exum.

Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / June 5

Should the Dallas Mavericks re-sign an injury-prone, but low-cost, high-efficiency guard?

Is Dante Exum worth the risk? For a while, rumors of Dante Exum potentially going to Turkish powerhouse Fenerbahçe Beko Istanbul next season have been circulating in European and NBA circles.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / June 3

Dante Exum Drawing Interest From Multiple Teams, How Will His Decision Affect Mavs Offseason?

Unrestricted NBA free agent Dante Exum reportedly faces an upcoming decision that will likely impact the future of both franchises. How will Exum’s decision affect the Dallas Mavericks’ offseason plans?

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Mavericks will look to fight off Euro power for key free agent

The Dallas Mavericks prepare for what will be an intriguing offseason. Not only will they have the first pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, but they also have their free agents to negotiate with.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / June 2

Mavericks could bring back key free agent amid latest rumors

The Dallas Mavericks have a big hole at point guard while Kyrie Irving works his way back from his ACL injury in March. Jaden Hardy and Brandon Williams are the only other guards under contract for next season as Spencer Dinwiddie and Dante Exum are free agents.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / June 2

Mavericks, Dante Exum Have Mutual Interest In New Deal

Despite rumors that he’s being targeted by the Turkish team Fenerbahce, veteran guard Dante Exum is believed to prefer to remain in the NBA for the 2025/26 season, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link).

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 1

Turkish team hopes to sign former top-five pick

Turkish powerhouse Fenerbahce is targeting two NBA players for next season, according to international basketball writer Zafer Ertas (Twitter link), who reports that negotiations have already begun with Dante Exum and Vasilije Micic.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 31

Mavericks free agent predicted to land in unexpected destination

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / May 22

Lakers Insider Suggests Two Free Agent Guards to Pursue

While the Lakers remain focused on adding bigs and wings in free agency, there’s a chance they’ll need to use some roster spots on guard depth. On a recent episode of his podcast, The Athletic’s Jovan Buha brought up two names that could be worthy additions on minimum contracts.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / March 14

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / February 1

How did Dante Exum perform in his season debut for the Mavericks?

The Dallas Mavericks lost 117-102 to the Detroit Pistons on Friday night, their first loss of this five-game road trip. The road will only get harder, with games against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Boston Celtics coming up.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / October 10

Dante Exum's wrist injury is another setback after recent resurgence

After receiving a ton of hype heading into the 2014 NBA Draft, the fifth overall selection that year has suffered yet another career setback.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Field Level Media / October 9

Report: Mavs G Dante Exum (wrist) out for 3 months

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum underwent wrist surgery and will be out three months, ESPN reported Wednesday. Exum, who injured the wrist during a training camp workout, underwent surgery on Tuesday, per the report.